What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Calais is to bus which costs €22 - €50 and takes 7h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Calais is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 2h 38m and costs €170 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Calais?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Calais. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Calais via London Victoria and Dover. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Calais. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Calais Ville via Waterloo station, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Calais?

The distance between Basingstoke and Calais is 449 km.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Calais without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs €120 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Calais?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Basingstoke to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Calais bus from?

Basingstoke to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Calais train from?

Basingstoke to Calais train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Calais?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Calais is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs €120 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €50 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Calais bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Calais bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Basingstoke and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Basingstoke. It is currently 7:48 AM in Basingstoke and 8:48 AM in Calais.

Where does the Basingstoke to Calais train arrive?

Basingstoke to Calais train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Calais?

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Basingstoke to Calais - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Calais by train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
5h 32m
€122–245
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700
3. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700
7h 20m
€22–46
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
2h 38m
€170–186
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Calaisbus N380 / ...
7h 53m
€37–87
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3h 35m
€44–101

Basingstoke to Calais by train, subway, and foot

96Weekly Services

5h 32mAverage Duration

€122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 448.8 km
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Calais Ville via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Calais via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Dover in around 7h 20m.

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